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Position Overview

As a trusted Executive Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Joint Chief Executive Officers (CEOs). Ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities and contributing to the overall success of the organisation and providing administrative support to high-level executives.

Building strong rapport and trust with the senior leaders you support is absolutely essential. Clear, consistent communication is the foundation of this relationship, ensuring alignment at all times. You would act as the eyes and ears of the CEOs when they are out of the office, representing both them and the wider business with professionalism and discretion.

We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic individual able to work in a fast paced and dynamic organisation. This will involve working closely with the CEOs as well as the wider administration team to support companywide functions.

Responsibilities:

Executive Support:

• Act as the primary point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders
• Deliver high-level executive support to the CEOs, overseeing complex diary management, meeting coordination, and correspondence.
• Lead the planning and execution of internal initiatives and events, including corporate training sessions, staff events, as well as regular office meetings.
• Support CEOs in client relationship management and business development activities
• Keep CEOs updated on progress of projects on an ongoing basis.
• Liaise across departments (HR, Finance, IT) to ensure seamless operations
• Work on a variety of projects to support the Executive Team and Acquisition activities.

Administrative Duties:

• Prepare and edit documents, reports, and presentations for executive review and meetings.
• Coordinate travel and eating arrangements, itineraries, and expense reports.
• Manage and organise executive meetings, including agenda preparation and meeting minutes.
• Organise and prepare for meetings, including gathering documents and attending to logistics of meetings.
• Organising events and conferences for the company
• Monitor deadlines for regulatory, compliance, and reporting requirements and assist in preparation, ensuring accuracy.
• Establishing connections with a range of suppliers that may be suitable for client events and or partnerships.
• Liaising with suppliers and clients
• Sustaining a level of professionalism

Confidentiality and Discretion:

• Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and discretion.
• Maintain effective filing systems to ensure secure storage and retrieval of sensitive documents.

Communication:

• Facilitate communication within the organization, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information.
• Draft/review and send communications on behalf of the company executives.
• Prioritise emails and respond on behalf of when necessary.
• Draft and edit correspondence on behalf of executives.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in the accountancy or financial services industry; however, experience in other sectors will also be considered
• Time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience managing a large workload within competing priorities and short deadlines.
• Operating with integrity, whilst maintaining total discretion
• You are forward thinking with a consistent approach to work, maintaining and following through on tasks.
• Good decision maker and the ability to solve problems proactively anticipating potential issues upfront.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of colleagues and the business.
• Ability to act in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change.
• The ability to be proactive and take the initiative.
• Tact and diplomacy
• Calm under pressure with strong judgement
• Proactive and solutions-focused
• Able to anticipate needs and act independently
• Self-motivated but able to work as a team
• Strong knowledge of all clerical activities
• Professional and friendly demeanour

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary per annum plus pension contributions.
• Flexi-time.
• 25 days holiday and birthday off.
• A modern, open‑plan office offering free refreshments and an easy walk to the town centre.

The Seymour Taylor recruitment process will be conducted on the basis of merit and ability without discrimination of but not limited to race, religion, colour, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status to ensure all applicants are treated equally.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@stca.co.uk.

Seymour Taylor is a multi-award-winning Accountancy and Tax Advisory firm based in High Wycombe. As one of the longest established accountants in the area, we are trusted by businesses and individuals for our forward-thinking, professional and friendly approach.

Seymour Taylor has recently joined the One Point Advisory group, backed by investment from Cow Corner and Summit Partners who are international experts in professional services. We are now embarking on an ambitious growth plan, powered by new investment to enable us to become the leading mid-market accountancy business in our region.

We are hiring a new Client Director who will join us in this exciting new growth phase for our business. We are keen to meet candidates who can not only deliver exceptional client work but can also build a client portfolio and be a key contributor to our growth journey as a leader. We are looking for individuals who have a proven track record in business development, are self-motivated and strong team players.

The appointed candidate will have an existing Seymour Taylor client base to start but must be prepared to lean into the market to find new clients and build a full portfolio. For the right candidate, there will be exceptional opportunity to build their career at Seymour Taylor and be rewarded accordingly.

Seymour Taylor is working in partnership with a retained recruitment specialist to manage the search process.

All applications and enquiries relating to this position should be directed via the appointed recruitment partner to ensure a consistent and efficient process.

We kindly request that no unsolicited CVs are submitted by third-party agencies. Any such submissions will be treated as a gift and will not be subject to a fee.

If you are interested in applying for this role please contact the recruiter James Lovegrove.

james.lovegrove@pro-finance.co.uk

07889 943 880

We currently have a fantastic opportunity to join our Audit and Accounts Team. If you are someone who keeps client service in the heart of what you do, has excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to develop good working relationships with members of both our team and our clients, then we want to hear from you.

The ideal candidate should be dedicated to a career in practice, have a minimum of 4 years’ experience working primarily in audit, accounts preparation and compliance services, with experience of leading audits.

Ideally, the candidate will be ICAEW or ACCA qualified.

Aside from the technical knowledge, here are a few key expectations of what is required of you:

• A high level of flexibility when organising your workload. Be able to adapt and prioritise work to meet changing demands.
• An ability to delegate appropriate types and levels of work to assistants and trainees and to give them a clear understanding of what is required.
• Experience of reviewing other team members work and being able to feedback in a clear and constructive way as part of the job de-brief process.
• A strong sense of commercial awareness in relation to time costs and budgets when dealing with all types of work.
• The drive to achieve a high level of client satisfaction.
• Be able to demonstrate that you have a balance of politeness; professionalism; encouragement; firmness; and clarity.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary plus pension contributions.
• Great career development within a supportive training centre practice.
• Flexi-time.
• Birthday off.
• Modern open plan offices with free refreshments and located near the town centre.

The Seymour Taylor recruitment process will be conducted on the basis of merit and ability without discrimination of but not limited to race, religion, colour, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status to ensure all applicants are treated equally.

Seymour Taylor is working in partnership with a retained recruitment specialist to manage the search process.

All applications and enquiries relating to this position should be directed via the appointed recruitment partner to ensure a consistent and efficient process.

We kindly request that no unsolicited CVs are submitted by third-party agencies. Any such submissions will be treated as a gift and will not be subject to a fee.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV and covering letter to the recruiter James Lovegrove.

james.lovegrove@pro-finance.co.uk

07889 943 880

We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join our Outsourced Accounting Services Team. If you are someone who keeps client service at the heart of what you do, have excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to develop good working relationships with members of both our team and our clients, then we want to hear from you.

We’re looking for someone committed to a long‑term career in practice, with at least four years’ experience in management accounts, VAT returns, digital solutions and team leadership. You’ll be confident using cloud‑based software such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks, understand MTD for VAT, and be comfortable working independently.

You will also need to be IT literate (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word) a strong team player, organised and have a positive and flexible approach.

Ideally, the candidate will be ICAEW or ACCA qualified.

Overall purpose of the role:

To assist with external client work in the Outsourced Accounting Services team namely VAT returns, management accounts, payment runs and forecasting.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Review management accounts prepared by junior members of the team.
• Review VAT returns including cash, standard, flat rate and partial exemption and highlight any unusual items ready for review.
• Reviewing bookkeeping and provide training points for the team as well as for the clients.
• Communicate with clients to answer queries and finalise jobs.
• Set up and train clients on accounting software. As well as identifying digital solutions and transferring clients from one cloud software to another.

In addition to the technical knowledge, here are a few key expectations of what is required of you:

• A high level of flexibility when organising your workload. Be able to adapt and prioritise work to meet changing demands.
• An ability to delegate appropriate types and levels of work to assistants and trainees and to give them a clear understanding of what is required.
• Experience of reviewing other team members work and being able to feedback in a clear and constructive way as part of the job de-brief process.
• A strong sense of commercial awareness in relation to time costs and budgets when dealing with all types of work.
• The drive to achieve a high level of client satisfaction.
• Be able to demonstrate that you have a balance of politeness; professionalism; encouragement; firmness; and clarity.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary per annum plus pension contributions.
• Great career development within a supportive training centre practice.
• Flexi-time.
• 25 days holiday and birthday off.
• A modern, open‑plan office offering free refreshments and an easy walk to the town centre.

The Seymour Taylor recruitment process will be conducted on the basis of merit and ability without discrimination of but not limited to race, religion, colour, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status to ensure all applicants are treated equally.

Seymour Taylor is working in partnership with a retained recruitment specialist to manage the search process.

All applications and enquiries relating to this position should be directed via the appointed recruitment partner to ensure a consistent and efficient process.

We kindly request that no unsolicited CVs are submitted by third-party agencies. Any such submissions will be treated as a gift and will not be subject to a fee.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV and covering letter to the recruiter James Lovegrove.

james.lovegrove@pro-finance.co.uk

07889 943 880

We currently have a fantastic opportunity to join our Outsourced Accounting Services Team. If you are someone who keeps client service in the heart of what you do, has excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to develop good working relationships with members of both our team and our clients, then we want to hear from you.

Overall purpose of the role:

To assist with external client work in the Outsourced Accounting Services team namely VAT returns, management accounts, payment runs and forecasting.

The position requires an individual whom:

• Has strong experience within the field;
• Is proficient with cloud-based book-keeping software such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks;
• Is familiar with HMRC MTD for VAT requirements; and
• Can work independently and without supervision.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Assist in the preparation of management accounts for clients from their records as delegated.
• Post sales, purchases, bank and journal entries, prepare and reconcile control accounts to produce required reports for management account purposes.
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and highlight any unusual items ready for review.
• Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT jobs carried out by other employees.
• Communicating with clients to answer queries and finalise jobs.
• Assist in training clients on accounting software.

You need to be IT literate (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word) a strong team player, organised and have a positive and flexible approach.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary per annum plus pension contributions
• Great career development within a supportive training centre practice
• Flexi-time
• Modern open plan offices with free refreshments

The Seymour Taylor recruitment process will be conducted on the basis of merit and ability without discrimination of but not limited to race, religion, colour, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status to ensure all applicants are treated equally.

Please send your CV with a covering letter to recruitment@stca.co.uk

We are a forward-thinking firm of the future and are currently looking for an individual to support our Directors with managing a portfolio of Personal Tax clients. The role offers good future career opportunities and development. This role has the opportunity for a 30% Accounts split if the candidate also has experience of FRS 105 / FRS 102 1A accounts.

Overall purpose of the role:

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience working primarily in Personal Tax with experience of managing a portfolio. We require good verbal and written communication skills and are looking for someone who keeps client service in the heart of what they do.

Ideally, the candidate will be ICAEW, ACCA, ATT or CTA qualified. Trust tax, Capital Gains tax and Inheritance tax experience is preferred but consideration will be given to candidates who have a desire to train in these areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is a strong team player looking to develop their career within an inclusive and progressive practice.

The role:
• Running a varied portfolio supporting a Client Director including all aspects of client care from adhoc emails, compliance, billing and quoting for new services
• Managing personal tax work including compliance and advisory as required within specified budget timescale

Essential skills:

• A minimum of 3 years managerial experience working in practice under UK Standards or be qualified by experience
• Experience of specialist personal tax advisory
• Good verbal and written skills are essential
• Able to drive and access to a vehicle

Preferred (but not essential):

• Experience of the following software packages: Iris, Sage, Xero and other Cloud packages
• ICAEW, ACCA, ATT or CTA
• Assisting with the training and development of junior team members

The candidate must be IT literate (i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word) plus have excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to develop good working relationships with members of both our team and our clients.

The successful candidate should be dedicated to a career in practice. The position comes with full CPD training and we are an approved training practice for ICAEW and ACCA.

Benefits include:

• Ultra-competitive salary per annum plus pension contributions
• Great career development within a supportive training centre practice
• Flexi-time
• Great package including private medical insurance
• Modern open plan offices with free refreshments

The Seymour Taylor recruitment process will be conducted on the basis of merit and ability without discrimination of but not limited to race, religion, colour, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status to ensure all applicants are treated equally.

Please send your CV with a covering letter in the first instance to recruitment@stca.co.uk

Seymour Taylor has recently joined the One Point Advisory group, backed by investment from Cow Corner and Summit Partners who are international experts in professional services. We are now embarking on an ambitious growth plan, powered by new investment to enable us to become the leading mid-market accountancy business in our region.

In light of this exciting stage of growth, we are now looking for a People Administrator to support our most important asset—our people.

As our People Administrator, you’ll be the first point of contact for most HR and people-related queries, providing efficient administrative support across the full employee lifecycle. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being organised, building relationships, and contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, and HR correspondence from templates
• Administer onboarding and offboarding processes, including any right-to-work checks and induction scheduling
• Process starters, leavers, and employee changes on the HR system
• Track and manage absence, holiday, and sickness records on the HR system

Recruitment Support

• Coordinate job adverts, liaise with agencies, and manage candidate communications
• Schedule interviews and prepare interview packs
• Support the onboarding experience for new joiners

Payroll & Benefits

• Collate and submit monthly payroll data to the internal accountant
• Assist with the administering of employee benefits

Learning & Development

• Maintain training records and CPD logs
• Coordinate bookings for all internal and external training courses
• Coordinate training membership renewals
• Maintain administration for apprenticeships
• Support the annual appraisal cycle and future planning meetings

Work Planning

• Work with the Head of Work Planning to allocate team resource, identify gaps and escalate any issues

General

• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and social events
• Support ad hoc HR projects and policy updates
• Provide first-line guidance on HR policies and procedures

About You

Essential

• Previous experience in an HR or people administration role
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident handling confidential information with discretion
• Clear, professional communication—written and verbal
• A team player with a proactive and positive attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience in a professional services environment
• Familiarity with HR systems
• Working towards or holding a CIPD Level 3 qualification
• Understanding of UK employment law fundamentals

What We Offer

• Salary in the range of £30,000 to £33,000 (dependent on experience)
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday off
• Flexi-time
• Support for professional development
• A culture that values wellbeing, inclusion, and work-life balance
• A modern, open‑plan office offering free refreshments and an easy walk to the town centre.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to recruitment@stca.co.uk.

The Seymour Taylor recruitment process will be conducted on the basis of merit and ability without discrimination of but not limited to race, religion, colour, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status to ensure all applicants are treated equally.

Location: High Wycombe, HP11

Salary: £Competitive

About us

Seymour Taylor is an award winning firm of Accountants. We offer the services of a large corporate accountancy firm with the personal touch normally associated with a smaller accountancy practice. As one of the longest established firms of accountants in High Wycombe and the Thames Valley, our highly experienced team of accountants, tax and business advisers offer a wealth of expertise to our clients.

What we offer

Seymour Taylor operates from a modern, air conditioned, open plan office within walking distance of High Wycombe town centre. This role offers a competitive salary, life insurance, permanent health cover, flexi-time, pension, study package and 20 days holiday.

Our Values

Understanding, Support and Expertise – do you share these values too?
We’d love to hear from you!

The Role

As a well-established, expanding, forward thinking firm we are looking for an Apprentice Accountant to join our team.

The ideal candidate should be a 6^th form school leaver or someone looking for a career change?  No previous accounting experience is necessary as full on the job training will be provided along with a full study package.

The role is a varied accounts and audit role. It will include working at client’s premises and the candidate would need their own car and a valid driving licence.

We are looking for someone who is a good team player, with experience of general office computer packages, such as Word and Excel, as well as good verbal and written communication skills.

The Seymour Taylor recruitment process will be conducted on the basis of merit and ability without discrimination of but not limited to race, religion, colour, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status to ensure all applicants are treated equally.

Please send your CV with a covering letter to recruitment@stca.co.uk.